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On YouTubePhiladelphia Phillies News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 24
Phillies’ Bryce Harper fires message at critics who want him to smile more
Bryce Harper is well on his way to the Baseball Hall of Fame, having won a pair of MVPs and four Silver Sluggers, but for some, one thing is missing: a smile.
Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / February 24
Who will be the pleasant surprise the Phillies desperately need? 
For a few moments on Saturday, Phillies fans forgot about the drama. Justin Crawford, the left-handed-hitting rookie who everyone expects to be the everyday center fielder this year, walloped a ringing line drive double off the left-center field wall in his first plate appearance of spring training.
Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 24
Phillies’ Bryce Harper, Dave Dombrowski have ‘communicated’ about ‘not elite’ comments
The Philadelphia Phillies have had a bit of drama swirling around the organization throughout the offseason due to Dave Dombrowski’s comments about Bryce Harper not being an elite player anymore.
The 'Live-Ball Era strikeout leaders' quiz
How many of the 36 MLB pitchers with 2,500 or more strikeouts in the Live-Ball Era (since 1920) can you name in five minutes?
Philadelphia Phillies News / Phillies Nation / February 24
NBC Sports Philadelphia executive explains decision to let go of Taryn Hatcher
Changes are coming to Phillies television broadcasts. Mike Schmidt, a part-time Phillies broadcaster since 2014, has chosen not to return this year. The network also eliminated the sideline reporter position, meaning Taryn Hatcher won’t be back.
25 MLB players that could be traded during the 2026 season
The 2026 MLB season is right around the corner, and it is never too early to start thinking about how it might unfold. Seemingly, every year, we have a decent handle on who should contend and who is likely to struggle, which makes looking ahead to the trade deadline inevitable.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Phillies Nation / February 24
Mike Schmidt won’t return to Phillies broadcast booth in 2026
No more Sundays with Schmidt. Mike Schmidt won’t be back on Phillies television broadcasts this year, Tom McCarthy confirmed on X over the weekend. McCarthy said that it was Schmidt’s decision to step away from broadcasting, and that he still plans on participating in team-related events this year.
MLB News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / February 24
What Happened in Phillies' Untelevised Tie at Nationals
The Phillies played a rare night spring training game Monday on the opposite coast of Florida from Clearwater, nearly four hours away at the Nationals' West Palm Beach home.
Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / February 24
Phillies notes: Justin Crawford, Kevin Long, Michael Conforto
Phillies News: Justin Crawford, Otto Kemp on Crawford playing CF (Video) PhilliesNation talks to Kevin Long in Spring Training ICYMI, Schwarber had his
Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 24
The Phillies’ player with most to prove in spring training
The Philadelphia Phillies are in a strange position as they prepare for the 2026 season. They were big winners last year, rolling to a 13-game edge over the second-place New York Mets.
Matt Strahm News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 24
How Phillies’ Matt Strahm trade helped land truly unique bullpen arm
As the past decade-plus of baseball has shown, putting together an elite bullpen is the key to consistently making it deep into the playoffs. Having composed
MLB News / Yardbarker / February 23
Phillies' Bryce Harper has high praise for Pirates' top prospect Konnor Griffin
A former MVP who knows something about starting a career with high expectations added to the hype around Pittsburgh Pirates' top prospect Konnor Griffin.
25 MLB players who have the most to prove in 2026
The new MLB season brings opportunities as players head into their walk years and try to rebound from subpar performances. These 25 players stand out heading into 2026.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / February 23
Notes on Every Phillie in Monday's Lineup at Faraway West Palm Beach
A similar group of position players to the one that played in Dunedin Saturday in the Phillies' Grapefruit League opener took the near-four hour trip across Florida from Clearwater to West Palm Beach for Monday's game.
Justin Crawford News / Athlon Sports / February 23
Will Justin Crawford Key Your Fantasy Team (and the Phillies) to a Title?
One of the most intriguing names and exciting players who will emerge in fantasy baseball in 2026 is Justin Crawford. The Phillies are expected to turn to the 22-year-old Crawford in CF this season.
Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / February 23
Spring Training Weekend Notes
The Phillies kicked off the start of their season over the weekend with games against the Toronto Blue Jays and Pittsburgh Pirates. Many of the names competing for the final few spots in the bullpen and bench played and look to make good impressions for the rest of camp.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Phillies Nation / February 23
Q&A with Phillies hitting coach Kevin Long: Crawford, García, Harper and managing platoons
CLEARWATER, Fla. — The Phillies lineup will once again feature many familiar faces. The Phillies are turning over roughly 23% of plate appearances taken from 2025 to 2026.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / February 23
Early Phillies Opening Day Roster Projection Includes Potential Mystery Man
With the first weekend of Phillies spring training games in the books, let's try our hand at an early Opening Day 26-man roster projection. J.T. Realmuto enters Year 8 as the Phillies' starting catcher.
Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / February 23
What is one impression you got from watching the Phillies this weekend?
We finally got some live Phillies baseball that we can watch this weekend and that means we can make some initial impressions. There were two games that we could draw from: one in which some of the kids started and played a bit and one where the regular lineup looked a little more intact.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Just Baseball / February 22
Top Phillies Prospects Who Could Make an Impact in 2026
After falling short of reaching the World Series yet again in 2025, the Philadelphia Phillies have had a relatively quiet offseason. The radio silence has been a head scratcher to most, with the Phillies’ core quickly aging, and the competitive window seemingly approaching its end.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Last Word On Sports / February 21
Phillies’ Reported Reunion Inquiry is a Poor Roster Fit
The Philadelphia Phillies reached out to free agent Rhys Hoskins on a possible reunion, according to Devan Kaney of 94 WIP. Kaney added that Bryce Harper suggested the move, but Phillies President of Baseball Operations Dave Dombrowski decided against it.
MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / February 21
Veteran MLB umpire retires after having one of 'worst performances'
A couple of veteran MLB umpires have decided to hang up the mask and chest protector.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Total Pro Sports / February 19
Philadelphia Phillies 2026 Projected Lineup: Batting Order, Starting Rotation & More
With the previous campaign ending with heartbreak early on in the postseason, the Philadelphia Phillies have fresh enthusiasm for 2026. The team clearly has unfinished business on their mind after continuous disappointment in the playoffs despite starting as one of the favorites for the World Series crown for the past few years.
J.T. Realmuto News / Minor League Baseball on SI / February 19
JT Realmuto Compares Phillies' Top Pitching Prospect to Cy Young-Caliber Ace
Philadelphia Phillies fans are likely sick of hearing about offseason comments from the team's executives or star players. But in this instance, one Phillies veteran offered a breath of fresh air to fans by sharing high praise for the team's top pitching prospect.
Dave Dombrowski News / Yardbarker / February 17
Should Phillies' Dave Dombrowski be on hot seat?
The team went from World Series and NLCS finishes in 2022 and 2023, respectively, to back-to-back NLDS losses.
Nicholas Castellanos News / Larry Brown Sports / February 16
Nick Castellanos reveals what he learned from his Phillies exit
Nick Castellanos did not part ways with the Philadelphia Phillies on particularly good terms, and the veteran is trying to use it as a learning experience.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Larry Brown Sports / February 15
Phillies manager Rob Thomson breaks silence on Nick Castellanos beer incident
Rob Thomson is offering a public reaction this week to Nick Castellanos’ bombshell revelation.
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